The Tribune, Chandigarh, India

s t a r p o w e r APARSHAKTI

Aries
[ March 21 to April 20) ]

An excellent Rahu will explore your hidden potential and set an example for others at work. Loved ones will give you ample support. Check your waist-line. Lucky colour: Red.

Taurus
[ April 21 to May 21 ]

Your energy levels are high. Utilise to achieve the desired result at work. A lucrative job offer ahead. Avoid getting into a tiff with a relative. Unwind with pals. Lucky colour: White.

Gemini
[ May 22 to June 21 ]

Those in a creative field will accomplish their goals. You will be content at work, but some negative energies are working against you. Take a short break. Lucky colour: Green.

Cancer
[ June 22 to July 22 ]

You are turning out to be quite a social butterfly! At work, avoid arguments with peers. On the financial front, you need to exercise a little caution. Do not splurge; save for a rainy day. Lucky colour: Golden.

Leo
[ July 23 to Aug 23 ]

Keep a check on your emotions. A demanding work schedule may cause a rift with partner. Be wise while handling this problem. Take care of health. Lucky colour: Pink.

Virgo
[ Aug 24 to Sept 22 ]

Avoid overconfidence and seek seniors’ guidance at office. Don’t open your heart out to colleagues as it may land you in trouble. A Gemini is supportive. Take care of your eyes. Lucky colour: Crimson.

Libra
[Sept 23 to Oct 23 ]

Think positively and work in the direction of your goals. Time to forge new bonds with family and friends. If planning to buy a pet, defer it for now. Lucky colour: Yellow.

Scorpio
[Oct 24 to Nov 22 ]

Resist the urge to experiment; everything can’t work in your favour all the time. Be tolerant of juniors in office as they need support. A friend will come unannounced. Lucky colour: Black.

Sagittarius
[ Nov 23 to Dec 23

Lack of excitement in your life could leave you feeling de-motivated. Health issues might bother you on Wednesday. A skin allergy may cause discomfort. Lucky colour: Peach.

Capricorn
[Dec 24 to Jan 20]

Pending issues will now be resolved. If you want to better your life, plan now. There could be an addition to the family. Hone your creative skills by doing up your home. Lucky colour: Brown.

Aquarius
[ Jan 21 to Feb 18 ]

Stress and tension will be things of the past. Change your job or just the line of work if you want better prospects. Your outspoken nature could upset someone. Lucky colour: Blue.

Pisces
[Feb 19 to March 20 ]

Developments in the last few days have left you completely confused; wait before you decide. A marriage proposal will take you by surprise. Practice meditation to curb stress. Lucky colour: Sea green.

Birthdays

August 18

Pleasant news and a happy get together are the salient feature of the year. Job seekers find uncertainty in employment. Defer investment in share during November-December. If eligible; marriage is on cards.

August 19

The Sun-Venus combine indicates contentment even if your gains are not up to the mark. Students will get admission in the course of their choice. Focus on spiritual discourse. Teenagers should learn to be optimistic.

August 20

A Jupiter-Pluto combine will encourage you to aim high in professionally. July & October are good for selling property. Court case goes against you. Love life will flourish especially in October-November.

August 21

Mars-Saturn combine is profitable for those in import export. October-December are good for applying for visa. A noble act could earn you appreciation during October-November.

August 22

The beginning of the year appears to be lacklustre. Cash flows in from hard work. Educational matters are favourable till October. Working women should avoid job change. Overseas journey during October and December.

August 23

Despite setbacks you will forge ahead towards a personal goal. Foreign travel foreseen in August or November. Property matters seem bright. New projects come to hand in the mid year.

August 24

A comfortable year for authors, teachers and journalists. There will be recreation and hospitality during August. Property matters are bright. Avoid new business moves during October. House change is also indicated.

ASTRO-GUIDE

SACRED DAYS

August 18: Pradosh fast
August 20: Rakhi; panchak starts at 12:30am, Satyanarayan fast, Gayatri jayanti
August 23: Kajali tritya, Bhadrapad starts
August 24: Ganesh sankat (bahula) chaturthi, Moon rise at 08:56pm

LUCKY DAYS

Investment: Friday/ Saturday
Entertainment: Sunday.
Meditation/ Donation: Monday.
Love & Romance: Thursday.